Frequently asked questions and answers
Hello my name is Max and I’m here to introduce you to the FAQs
Q. Is it the same as aromatherapy?
A. No. Aromatherapists use a blend of oils and these are massaged into the body. To work in this way would take away the choice of the animal to select the individual oil it needs, and the choice of pathway into the body.
Q. How does an animal know what to select?
A. Up until quite recently it was thought that animals learned from social learning, parents, other animals in their herds, flocks etc. However, it is now acknowledge that it is an innate ability. Even animals that are taken away from their mothers when very young know how to heal themselves sometimes even before symptoms are seen. Dogs for example leave their mothers sometimes as early as 6 weeks and have not even been outside before – but watch them select certain grasses to purge their systems.
Q. How do you know how much to give them?
A. Animals are allowed to self dose. By that we mean that the oils are offered – not just given to the animal. The animal is allowed to take what it needs and must be allowed to walk away ensuring that the animal is in control. Whether the oil is medicinal or toxic depends on the dose. Animals enzymatic physiology breaks down and neutralises the compounds to bring their body back into balance. The oils are medicinal and to override an animal’s decision would interfere with their innate ability to heal themselves and could be toxic.
Q. How do the animals take the oils? Can they be put into the animal’s food?
A. When an animal has selected what it needs it will display a preference by either inhaling, taking it orally or by pushing/ rubbing the relevant part of its body on to the oil. Again each animal will display its individuality – some will take the remedies in a very subtle way, others will be more overt, no matter what your animal does – be assured that it will be the right way for your animal and its choice must be respected.
Oils are not put into the animal’s food because the animal would have to eat and ingest the oil or go without food. The importance of self dosing would be taken away from them. The pathway into the body affects how effective the oils will be and the animal needs to be trusted to make the right decision for its condition.
Q. How long will the animal need to take the oils?
A. On average 3 – 7 days. Again as each animal is individual and deals with the condition in its own way this may vary, some animals may take up to a month. This time spent with your animal is very special and should not be hurried – it is a privilege to share this healing time and you can experience a deeper level of understanding between you.
Q. How much does it cost?
A. £30.00 per consultation lasting approximately 1-2 hours.
During the consultation you will be shown how to work with your animal, what reactions to look for and how to read them.
Oils from £3.00 to £6.00 per 5ml bottle diluted. The oils will be made up specifically for your individual animal according to their selection and will be discussed with you at the time.
I will keep in touch with you after the initial consultation to discuss the progression and available to answer any queries you may have.
Canine remedial massage £25.00 per session lasting approximately 1 hour.
Travelling costs 40p per mile.